Support H.588 to Establish Vermont Licensure for Massage Practitioners and Businesses
April 7, 2026
Why Licensure Matters in Vermont
- Vermont is behind national standards: 45 states, along with Puerto Rico, the District of Columbia, and the U.S. Virgin Islands, require licensure to ensure consistent education and safety.
- Licensure protects the public and the profession: It aligns Vermont with national standards and supports safe, effective care.
- Massage therapy is health care: As an integrative approach to pain management, massage requires consistent education, training, and competence.
Current Gaps in Vermont
- Vermont requires registration, not licensure.
- Practitioners pay fees similar to licensed professions without the assurance of professional standards or public protection.
- Registration alone does not effectively distinguish legitimate providers from illicit businesses.
Massage Licensure Elevates the Profession
By establishing clear, enforceable standards and ensuring practitioners are qualified and well-trained, licensure will strengthen consumer protection, elevate the profession, and expand access to safe, trusted massage therapy.
Amending H.588 to include licensure is a critical step toward aligning Vermont with national best practices and supporting the health and well-being of its residents.
Let’s Take Action Together!
Please send a letter of support urging the Senate Government Operations Committee to amend H.588 to include licensure for massage therapists and massage therapy establishments. It only takes a few minutes!
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